Therapists in Shiloh, IL

I enjoy working with a variety of life stages( adolescent, adult, senior), with challenges that range from easily addressed life dilemmas to those who need longer term therapy for such issues as early abuse/neglect and PTSD. I believe that safety, trust, and time are necessary to help people to make significant movement toward wholeness, integration of self,and a more fulfilling life. Brain Body Research has proven that the body is adversely affected by Chronic/Severe Stress and Limiting Beliefs about self and one's life situation.

I use a client-centered approach that is personalized and authentic during the treatment process. Together, we identify and develop personal strengths that allow you to create a more balanced lifestyle. I work closely with treatment professionals in the field to ensure a comprehensive and caring treatment process. I utilize several evidenced based therapies including CBT-E and Family Based Treatment. I am trained in Brainspotting Trauma Therapy. Additionally, I have a Yoga Teacher Certification to help work to restore mind body balance.

I believe that my clients have the ability to live an active and productive life on all levels. I focus on providing a non-judgmental and empathic experience for my clients. I listen and help to establish specific achievable goals with everyone I work with. I thrive on building a trusting relationship with my clients. I believe that with supportive, directional therapy, all people can succeed and be effective in their daily life.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship difficulties, stress management issues, life transitions, and self-esteem issues. I also enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ clients regarding topics such as transitioning, coming out, and dealing with discrimination and stigma.

Are you struggling with sleep? anxiety? Finding yourself having an increased use of food or alcohol? Confused as to why this particular situation is so difficult when you have managed many traumas situations in the past? Wondering why you just can't seem to get on the same page with your spouse? Struggling to connect with your partner? Have you recently had a miscarriage, or having difficulties with pregnancy or post birth concerns? I look forward to helping you with any and all of these concerns through telephonic or video counseling.

At some point in every person's life, therapy can be helpful. People who seek therapy are engaging in a healthy, proactive approach towards their life. They are typically seeking to implement positive, lasting life change and growth. Counseling, or therapy, is considered a collaborative, cooperative, problem-solving process, actively involving both the client and counselor, to bring about emotional or behavioral change. Counseling is a proactive and healthy way to manage life stress, work through trauma, develop coping skills, improve behavior, communication and more. As a private practice counseling group, our goal is to help.

Certified IFS Therapist. Level 3 Trained. Greetings my friend. I want to offer a way for you to work with the parts of yourself that might be causing some hardship in areas of your life. Emotions that might feel intense or reactive - "Too sad" "too angry" or repetitive patterns or behaviors, getting stuck in relationships or jobs that feel overwhelming? IFS is an amazing therapy that can help you connect with these parts of your personality and create more connection and healing.

Take your first step to wellness. I believe in providing a place of compassion and confidentiality where you can share your personal concerns and struggles. I provide assistance to help you improve on those areas that seem to be holding you from living a fulfilled and happy life. With over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families, I will assist you in reaching your goals for a better future.

I help my clients reconnect with themselves and get back on track to where they want to be, both emotionally and physically. I have experience working with clients who have struggled with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and sexuality. I focus on goals that my clients want to work towards. I remind them we work at their pace, and I'm here to guide them.

I help adults and adolescents who experience anxiety, depression, and challenges with communication reduce symptoms by improving upon current strengths and coping skills to build insight into symptoms experienced. My specialty areas include anxiety, PTSD, depression, grief, communication issues, and work-life balance. I offer openness and collaboration to those I work with and believe that a collaborative effort has a direct impact on benefits gained from counseling services.

Whether you've been to a counselor before or this is your first time seeking help, I offer acceptance, openness, and inclusion to everyone. Some concerns I've helped others with include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and traits, trauma, abuse, sexuality, substance use, work stress, and caregiver stress.

I am currently welcoming new clients who are wishing to create and achieve goals while exploring his or her life's journey. Understanding and reprocessing traumatic experiences is a large part of the experience, and I believe that everyone has the potential to heal. Anger, sadness, joy, fear and so many other emotions add spice to our lives. I strive to help others master and accept the way emotions, thoughts, and behaviors impact our relationships. If you are looking to grow in a safe environment and find your niche, I would be honored to embark on that journey with you.

Life is hard sometimes, for anyone and everyone. I believe each person knows themselves best, and I enjoy assisting clients in better defining and clarifying this understanding. With this understanding, one can truly accept who they are, and this is vitally important to an effective and fulfilling life. I have worked with a variety of clients with issues ranging from depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, behavioral issues, divorce reaction, life transitions, self-esteem, among others. I pride my self on my eagerness and devotion to furthering my knowledge and experience, no matter the client or presenting problem.

I am a passionate healing professional who believes healing happens differently for everyone. I believe healing is a collaborative process in which curiosity, openness, relationship, and patience remain at the core of the partnership. I explore creative and anti-oppressive practices, which create space for trauma narratives to take unfiltered shape, as well as traditional modalities. I am trained in CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, DBT, and the Collaborative Change Model. For the last two years, I have trained with Mary Jo Barrett from the Center of Contextual Change in the Collaborative Change Model.

I am licensed clinical professional counselor with years of experience working in community counseling mental health facilities and in private practice. I have an extensive background working with clients who are living with mental illnesses, such as: mood disorders, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorders, personality disorders, clients with mood dysregulation issues, problematic thought processes, and behavioral issues. I have also worked with clients that are merely going through a difficult transition in life.

You never have to feel stuck. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, my passion is to help connect people with the hope they deserve in their lives. If you and/or your loved ones are currently facing stressful life changes, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, behavior difficulties, and/or overwhelming anger, please do not hesitate to call me. Together we can develop effective strategies and build the hope that is necessary to help you overcome whatever challenge is at your feet.